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Jarlaxle
Oct 01, 2017Explorer II
stevemorris wrote:
so what is the advantages/disadvantages of the pickup vs van front ends
somebody mentioned floor height is the same for the van type
I can see that service and fluid checks would be easier with the "pickup" type
Spacer, service access, cab comfort and noise, and chassis durability. A van chassis is generally running right at its limit, with 16" tires, swing axle front end, and drivetrain. A Ram 5500 is much tougher, with 19'5" tires, much-larger brakes, heavy front beam axle, and medium-duty running gear.
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